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Supa de Sfecla (Beet Soup)

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Recipe

Ingredients

  • 3 quarts water
  • 2 pounds red beets
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar
  • Salt
  • 1 teaspoon butter
  • Boiled noodles
  • Toasted bread

Directions

  1. Clean the beets, wash and grate.
  2. Set to boil with the water for 30 to 40 minutes (uncovered).
  3. Strain and then add to the liquid the salt, sugar and vinegar.
  4. After it comes to another boil, add the butter mixed with the flour and sour cream, mix well and let it boil for a little while. Serve with boiled noodles or toast.